Specialist law firm for catastrophic and serious injury cases, Serious Injury Law, appoints new team leader to head up its international injury division

Ross Smith has been appointed team leader of the international injury division at law firm Serious Injury Law.

Primarily based in Southport, Serious Injury Law is a subsidiary of legal group Fletchers, which has its headquarters in the town. Ross, who joins from Howe & Co Solicitors, has recent experience of helping get compensation for victims of the Post Office scandal.

With a background in cross-border personal injury litigation and a track record of delivering justice for clients injured abroad, Smith brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and legal expertise to the role.

He offers significant expertise in complex high value personal injury matters and foreign and domestic matters, including direct actions in the UK against foreign insurers.

Caroline Morris, managing director at Serious Injury Law, said: “Ross has consistently demonstrated outstanding dedication, technical excellence, and compassion in handling serious injury claims through his vast and varied experience.

“His leadership will be crucial in guiding our international injury division through its next phase of growth.”

Ross has worked in travel litigation since 2012 and has played a key role in securing significant settlements and judgments for clients involved in international road traffic collisions, holiday accidents, and workplace injuries abroad.

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In his new role, he will lead a team of experienced solicitors and case managers, oversee high-value, cross-jurisdictional claims and foster collaboration with international legal networks.

“Serious Injury Law has built a formidable reputation for taking on some of the most challenging and complex cases, both in the UK and across borders,” he said.

“I am proud to play my part in delivering justice for clients and helping them rebuild their lives, wherever in the world they are injured.”